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Lab test shows sensitivity to gluten but no allergy? what does that mean?

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Malabsorption: Gluten sensitivity means your intestines are allergic to a protein which is in foods made from grains (wheat , barley, rye). This allergy is manifested by inability of your intestines to absorb foods (malabsorption). You will need to go on a gluten-free diet

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Answered 1/21/2015

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